Dr. Ravi Yogeshkumar Desai M.D.
Pulmonologist | Pulmonary Disease
1200 Old York Rd Abington PA, 19001About
Dr. Ravi Desai practices Pulmonology in Abington, PA. A pulmonologist is a physician who possesses specialized knowledge and skill in the diagnosis and treatment of pulmonary conditions and diseases. Dr. Desai manages patients who need life support and mechanical ventilation, and is specially trained in diseases and conditions of the chest, particularly pneumonia, asthma, tuberculosis, emphysema, and complicated chest infections.
Provider Details
Dr. Ravi Yogeshkumar Desai M.D.'s Practice location
MIAMISBURG, OH 45342Get Direction
Dr. Ravi Yogeshkumar Desai M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
- Pneumonia: An Overview of the Disease
What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is the inflammation of the lung’s air sacs. It is a serious lung infection that can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or fungi.Your lungsYou have two lungs. Each lung has separate sections called lobes. Normally, as you breathe, air moves freely through your...
- Everything You Need to Know About Aspiration Pneumonia
Aspiration pneumonia or inhalation pneumonia is the inflammation of the lungs that occurs as a result of inhalation of various substances. These substances include vomit, food, foreign bodies, and regurgitated gastric juices.Aspiration of foreign objects can cause inflammation of the lungs,...
- Bodybuilder with Cystic Fibrosis Holds Weightlifting Fundraising Event
Jarek Larivee was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis when he was born, but he doesn't let that get in the way of his passion - bodybuilding. Now, he's combining his passion with his diagnosis to raise money for others going through the same thing.Jarek's recent event raised just shy of $1500, and he...
- Croup in Adults
Croup in AdultsAlthough croup is commonly observed in children who are 6 months to 3 years old, it is also possible for adults to get the infection in rare cases. Croup is a viral respiratory infection caused by human parainfluenza viruses (HPIVs). However, other causes of croup may include...
- How Is Bronchitis Differentiated from Other Chest Infections?
Bronchial tubes are the airways through which air travels and reaches the lungs. The inflammation of these bronchial tubes is called bronchitis. The inflammation is more often caused by a viral infection, smoke, dust, or other irritants.Bronchitis may be due to a chest infection, inflammation of...
- Oxygen Therapy for COPD Patients
Patients with COPD have a difficult time breathing properly, resulting in a lack of oxygen. Because of this lack of supply, the main concern that arises is that there is not enough oxygen transporting to vital organs.A lack of oxygen in the body can be fatal. It is considered the most salient...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Bilal Lashari M.D.1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Aseem Shrivastava MD1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Ricardo Restrepo-jaramillo M.D.1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Joseph Guererri Crocetti DO1235 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Joseph rey Cheng Dago-oc MD1200 Old York Road Abington PA 19001
- Dr. Simha Jagadeesh MD1200 Old York Rd Abington PA 19001